1948-S 5C, FS

Description

# 1948-S Jefferson Nickel PCGS MS67 FS. A remarkable Full Steps example of this scarce mid-century San Francisco mint issue, distinguished by its exceptional preservation and rare technical designation. The 1948-S Jefferson Nickel represents a significant condition rarity within the classic Jefferson Nickel series. This PCGS MS67 FS specimen emerges from a modest mintage of 11,300,000 coins, with extremely limited survivors at this premium grade level. Population reports indicate fewer than a handful of examples exist in this elite MS67 Full Steps category, making this coin a true numismatic highlight. The Full Steps designation, awarded for exceptional strike quality and clear steps on the Jefferson Memorial reverse, represents the pinnacle of technical quality for this issue. Struck at the San Francisco Mint during a transitional post-World War II period, this nickel exhibits Felix Schlag's iconic design with remarkable clarity. The coin's technical specifications include a 75% copper, 25% nickel composition, standard 5-gram weight, and 21.2mm diameter. Its pristine PCGS MS67 grade and Full Steps designation suggest extraordinary mint state preservation, representing less than 1% of the original mintage. Numismatic Analysis: - *PCGS Certification*: #35626795. - Grade: MS67 Full Steps. - Mint: San Francisco. - Total Graded: 21 examples. - Higher Grades: 3 specimens. - Price Guide Value: $1,600